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The Sibling Leadership Network welcomes Rhode Island state chapter, RI Sibs! RI Sibs’ mission is to empower siblings of individuals with disabilities with the support, tools, and opportunities to advocate,…
New Sib Podcast Survey
Sheena Brevig is partnering with the Sibling Leadership Network (SLN) to launch a new podcast dedicated to exploring the unique experiences of being a “Sib” — a sibling of a…
Vanderbilt University Research Opportunity
Sharing lived experiences can help researchers better understand the realities siblings and families face—paving the way for more informed and compassionate support. The study, Exploring Distressing Behavior Among Autistic Adults…
George Mason University Research Opportunity
This study, “Painting the Future Together,” is a project at George Mason University aiming to understand how Asian families support their family members with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD), including…
May 2025 – Policy & Advocacy Newsletter
The Disability Policy Seminar (DPS) of 2025 took place in Washington D. C. this past April. The annual federal legislative conference was co-sponsored by The Arc, Autism Society, American Association…
University of Maryland Baltimore County Research Opportunity
Do you provide support or care for a sibling with an intellectual or developmental disability? Do you also provide support or care to an aging parental figure? Are you willing…
Statement Regarding Make America Healthy Again, the Dismantling of the Administration on Community Living, and the Future of Protections for Disabled People at the Department of Health and Human Services
Statement Regarding Make America Healthy Again, the Dismantling of the Administration on Community Living, and the Future of Protections for Disabled People at the Department of Health and Human Services …
Midwest Sib Connection Events
Monday, March 24 6:30 pm CT Sibling Self-Care and Stress Management Join WisconSibs for an essential discussion on a topic at the heart of the sibling experience—self-care! Emily will share…
Medicaid and the Budget Reconciliation Process
Congress continues to move forward with the Budget Reconciliation process and all indications are, whatever the final version of the bill is, Medicaid cuts will be part of the package.…
Concerns about the Future of the Department of Education
Recent news from the federal government are raising concerns about the future of the Department of Education. Linda McMahon, the newly confirmed Secretary of Education, struggled in her confirmation hearing…